Groveton, TX vs Hamilton, TX

Groveton is moderately more affordable than Hamilton, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Groveton scores 60 compared to 64 for Hamilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hamilton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Groveton is $676/month compared to $749/month in Hamilton — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Groveton is more affordable at $76,000 median vs $95,000.

Median household income in Groveton is $40,227 compared to $46,466 in Hamilton (-13.4%). While Hamilton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Groveton spend roughly 20.2% of their income on rent, more than the 19.3% in Hamilton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.4°F vs 65°F). Groveton receives more rainfall at 50.3" per year compared to 34.1" in Hamilton.